DE BALZAC LIBRARY SET published by J. Dent & Sons Ltd. A wonderfully atmospheric and beautifully uniform collection of classic Balzac works in original green cloth bindings with gilt facsimile “De Balzac” signatures to the front boards. These books have an exceptional old-world library aesthetic and display beautifully together on a shelf. The muted green bindings, period typography and softly aged cloth give the set a genuinely cinematic early 20th century appearance. An ideal decorative interior set for studies, libraries, bookcases, film props or vintage styling, whilst also remaining a highly readable literary collection from one of France’s greatest authors. Includes multiple titles from Balzac’s celebrated works / La Comédie Humaine series, translated into English and published by the respected J. Condition is generally good antique condition for age. The bindings show age-related fading, rubbing and marks commensurate with over 100 years of age. Internally there is foxing / age spotting throughout in places as shown. Overall the books remain highly presentable and structurally solid with superb shelf presence. New York: The Macmillan Company. Reprint date shown in photographed example. 1910 (first issue of this edition 1897). A striking and highly decorative antique literary set with real period charm.
